Veterinary Nurse

Mercer & Hughes Veterinary Surgery Saffron Walden, England This week

Type Full Time
Pay Not listed
Work Onsite
Schedule Weekends

Veterinary Nurse focuses on leading and managing the nursing team, consisting of registered veterinary nurses, student veterinary nurses, and patient care assistants, and building a positive culture that supp.

What the role involves

  • Leading and managing the nursing team, consisting of Registered Veterinary Nurses, Student Veterinary Nurses, and Patient Care Assistants, and building a positive culture that supp.
  • Developing and maintaining high, evidence-based clinical standards of nursing care across the practice, including clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives, in consul.
  • Participating in all aspects of the nursing rota, including consultations, anaesthetics, theatre, and inpatient care.
  • Managing the clinical aspects of practice operations, such as anaesthetic and surgical equipment, surgical instruments, laboratory equipment, and pharmacy stock, in consultation wi.
  • Providing mentorship and clinical guidance to the nursing team, including as a Clinical Coach when needed, and manging their ongoing CPD and training.
  • Advising the Clinical Director on the practice’s strategic direction as a business, helping to strengthen its commercial performance and improve its operational efficiency.

Skills and requirements

  • Support, registration, DBS, or safeguarding requirements may apply.
  • Previous leadership and mentoring experience, including as a Clinical Coach, is preferred.

Confirmed role details

  • Competitive + vet fees paid + bonus.

Candidate fit

  • Clinical judgement, NMC standards, calm communication, and careful documentation.

Additional role context

  • 38 hours (1 in 8 weekends).
  • With over 40 years of heritage and a trusted reputation across Essex, we combine high-quality veterinary care with strong community relationships and a supportive team environment.
  • Passionate about clinical excellence and team development.
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